Isaura Dj Dantas

Isaura DJ Dantas Milton, Canada |- |-| LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/isaura-dj-dantas-a890b737/ Summary Global HR Leader with 15+ years of experience driving benefits, compliance, and mobility programs across North America. Expert in employee relations, mergers & acquisitions, and executive coaching, with a proven track record of building people strategies that enhance engagement, retention, and organizational performance. Skilled at partnering with senior leaders to design and deliver HR programs that balance strategic objectives with practical execution in complex, multinational environments. Core Skills Global Mobility & Benefits | HR Strategy & Compliance | Mergers & Acquisitions | Employee & Labor Relations | Executive Coaching | Talent & Leadership Development | Organizational Development | Total Rewards | Workforce Planning Professional Experience Sr. People Operations Manager – North America Centricity Research | Toronto, Canada | Jul 2023 – Sept 2024 - Directed People Operations team across North America, delivering high-impact HR initiatives. - Guided leaders on recruitment strategy, performance management, payroll, and benefits, ensuring compliance with multi-provincial and U.S. legislation. - Implemented employee engagement programs, improving retention and organizational culture. - Served as trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing coaching and mentorship to drive growth. - Oversaw resolution of complex employee relations cases, mitigating risk and ensuring compliance. HR Manager / Canadian Compliance Advisor ThermoFisher Scientific | Toronto, Canada | Jun 2021 – Apr 2023 - Advised on Canadian legislative compliance across all provinces; partnered with U.S. leaders to align with U.S. labor laws. - Developed and customized HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with Canadian regulations. - Partnered with global HR teams on payroll, total rewards, and talent acquisition to identify compliance gaps and implement solutions. - Won Global HR Award for leading Global Reduction in Force initiative and M&A integration project. - Coached leaders to strengthen professional development and improve workforce engagement. Human Resources Manager / HR Business Partner SSB Bedding Canada Co. | Vaughan, Canada | Oct 2016 – Apr 2021 - Negotiated and ratified 5-year Collective Bargaining Agreement without production disruption. - Designed and delivered leadership training programs, improving management effectiveness. - Partnered with executives on HR strategies aligned to short- and long-term business objectives. - Led talent management processes including succession planning, talent reviews, and performance management. - Introduced new compensation tool and security protocols across multiple locations. - Recognized with President’s Shout Out Award (2016 & 2017) for union negotiations and values program implementation. Executive Director, Coach SJCC | Milton, Canada | Nov 2014 – Feb 2017 - Delivered executive coaching with a focus on leadership succession and organizational development. - Designed and implemented community reintegration program, reducing female inmate re-incarceration by 30%. - Oversaw HR Generalist and field coaches, strengthening organizational capabilities. Executive Director, HR & Strategic Developments Agora Consulting Group | Kitchener, Canada | Jun 2012 – Apr 2014 - Built HR infrastructure for startup and growth-stage clients, enabling scale and compliance. - Partnered with CEOs and Presidents on collective bargaining, talent acquisition, and retention strategies. - Developed compensation grids for organizations with 100+ roles, ensuring competitive pay structures. - Led cross-functional HR initiatives, enhancing employee engagement and organizational performance. Regional Human Resources Director CHEP Canada (Brambles Company) | Mississauga, Canada | Jan 2010 – Oct 2011 - Directed HR strategy and operations for Canada and Northeast U.S., including labor relations and organizational development. - Designed and deployed global HRIS program and salary ranges across Canadian sites. - Served as lead negotiator for collective bargaining agreements and grievance resolutions. - Provided executive coaching and advisory to senior management on complex HR issues. - Managed multi-site HR teams, including Payroll, HR Generalists, and Corporate Training staff. Regional Human Resources Manager Recall (Brambles Company) | Mississauga, Canada | Oct 2007 – Jan 2010 - Key member of M&A integration team, conducting due diligence and leading HR transition. - Designed and implemented global HRIS succession planning program across 10 countries. - Reduced union grievances from 89% to 18% across 4 provinces by negotiating long-term CBAs. - Recruited and retained high-performing leadership team, driving 8% profit increase in first year. - Recognized with President’s Club Award (2007) for HR leadership and union relations success. Education MBA, Business Administration – Almeda University, Boise, ID BBA, Business Administration – Almeda University, Boise, ID Social Service Worker Diploma, Human Resources Management – Humber College, Toronto, ON Certifications Certified Executive Coach | Human Resources Management | Conflict Resolution | Group Dynamics | Recruitment & Selection | Negotiation Skills | Lomingers Team Dynamics Coach | Lomingers Individual Coaching Facilitator | High Performance Coaching Facilitator